MVP Frequently Asked Questions


  • Yes. I am a Charleston-based wedding photographer specializing in weddings, elopements, and micro-weddings throughout Charleston, the Lowcountry, and beyond. I also photograph a limited number of portrait sessions each year for maternity, families, couples, newborns, and branding.

  • I am based in Charleston, South Carolina, and regularly photograph weddings and portrait sessions in Mount Pleasant, Summerville, downtown Charleston and surrounding areas, Isle of Palms, and Folly Beach. Travel is available for destination weddings and elopements.

  • My style is best described as timeless, emotional, and documentary-inspired, with a strong film influence. I gravitate toward muted highlights, rich and true-to-life colors, and imagery that feels soft yet intentional. I blend gentle guidance with organic storytelling, allowing moments to unfold naturally while still creating refined, elevated images that age beautifully.

  • Yes — always, but gently. You’ll never be left wondering what to do with your hands. I guide you into natural movement and comfortable positioning, while leaving room for real emotion and interaction. The goal is for your images to feel effortless, not staged.

  • All wedding collections include thoughtful planning support, timeline guidance, hand-edited images, and a private online gallery for viewing and downloading your photographs. Select collections also include Fujifilm Instax instant film, captured organically throughout your day and presented as tangible keepsakes — one-of-a-kind moments you can hold in your hands.

    Each collection is designed around the pace and intention of your wedding day.

  • Every wedding is unique, and image count varies depending on coverage length and the flow of the day. Rather than promising a fixed number, I focus on delivering a complete, cohesive story filled with meaningful moments and emotion.

    That said, industry standard typically averages around 40 images per hour of coverage, and galleries are delivered with care to ensure consistency, quality, and intention over quantity.

  • Absolutely. I specialize in Charleston elopements and micro-weddings, offering coverage for intimate celebrations, courthouse ceremonies, destination elopements, and small gatherings with your closest people.

  • Most couples book 9–18 months in advance, especially for peak Charleston wedding seasons. Elopements and micro-weddings may have more flexibility, but dates are limited each year to ensure a high level of care for every client.

  • Once you inquire, we’ll connect to ensure we’re a great fit. A signed contract and retainer officially reserve your date. From there, I’ll guide you through planning, timing, and next steps — you don’t need to have everything figured out right away.


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Bridesmaids laughing during wedding morning in Charleston SC — intimate wedding in the South captured by Marly Viviana Photography
Wedding detail flat lay with florals and styling at a Charleston SC wedding — Charleston wedding photographer and film by Marly Viviana Photography